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Coast Guard releases new video of Titan wreckage that confirmed ‘catastrophic loss’
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The Coast Guard has released a new video showing wreckage pieces discovered after a manned submersible imploded on its way to explore the Titanic’s final resting place. OceanGate Expeditions created the Titan submersible with the intent of exploring the Titanic’s remains. On June 18, 2023, after making its descent, the […]
Oswego County Board of Elections holds voter registeration days
OSWEGO, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The Oswego County Board of Elections (BOE) wants to remind residents to make sure they are registered to vote ahead of this year’s November election. To vote in person or by mail in the 2024 General Election or local elections people in New York State must be registered to vote by […]
‘I don’t think it’s surprising’: Psychology professor examines emotional impact behind NYS Fair alleged shooting
GEDDES, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — What was supposed to be a night of fun turned into a scary situation at the State Fair on Sunday night, September 1. People were running in fear after they believed there was a shooting. State police said on Monday, September 2, there was no evidence a shooting happened. We reached […]
NewsChannel 9’s Jeremy Skiba experiences his first day at the New York State Fair
GEDDES, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — It’s my first time truly experiencing the New York State Fair. After being at the Fairgrounds for the last two days, I’ve had a chance to navigate the grounds and check out some of the hotspots. My first stop today was the Dairy Building. I know the Milk Bar is a […]
Vendors make last minute preparations for the NYS Fair
GEDDES, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — It’s hard to believe all the work that’s gone into getting the Fairgrounds ready for Wednesday, August 21, the first day of the New York State Fair. Joe Diaz has a sweet tooth for the New York State Fair. His candy store is back for the 16th time. “We’re veterans here, […]
Vendors make last minute preparations for the NYS Fair
GEDDES, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — It’s hard to believe all the work that’s gone into getting the Fairgrounds ready for Wednesday, August 21, the first day of the New York State Fair. Joe Diaz has a sweet tooth for the New York State Fair. His candy store is back for the 16th time. “We’re veterans here, […]
Rainy day at the Fair? No problem! Hundreds of activities and vendors will be inside!
GEDDES, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — It’s unfortunate that not every day can feature blue skies and the shining sun during the New York State Fair. But for those rainy days, the wet weather shouldn’t wash away your plans of coming down to the Fairgrounds. “We have hundreds of vendors outside. We also have hundreds of vendors […]
Your Stories Q&A: Oswego County offering its own Park-N-Ride service to NYS Fair
OSWEGO COUNTY, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — You ask, we answer! We keep hearing from our viewers about the lack of Park-N-Ride options for this year’s NYS Fair when compared to the stops available before the COVID-19 Pandemic. Since 2021, Centro has only offered 3 stops: Centro points to a lack of drivers and fair attendance being […]
Increase in dog abandonments highlights need for pet foster families
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Racquel Doris made it her mission to help Lucky and Linda, two pit bulls she found on the street in July. In just a few days, she raised $1,600 and donated it to B&R Bunkhouse who took the dogs in. “It feels really good to know they have somewhere they can […]
‘It was just pandemonium’: Rome neighbors still reeling one month after tornado ravaged city
ROME, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — It’s hard for Ryan Langone to relive the terror he felt four weeks ago as a tornado ripped through Rome. He was in his living room. The wind picked up; a tornado alert sounded. He rushed his boys to the basement. “I heard the freight train noise they always say to […]
Brewerton bridge closure has village neighbors speaking up about traffic concerns
BREWERTON, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The Brewerton bridge, in the heart of the village, gets a lot of daily traffic. Peter Butkins uses it every day to get to work, but it has been taking longer for him to get there because of construction on the bridge. “If you catch it at a certain hour, it’s […]
Your Stories Q&A: Here’s what’s being built near Homer High School and I-81 on-ramp
HOMER N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — You ask, we answer! Question: What’s being built near Homer High School and the I-81 on-ramp? This plot of land that sits off of Route 281 the Village of Homer is owned by Family Health Network of Central New York. Construction crews are working on a new medical facility that will […]
Oneida Baptist Church turns to public for help following years of community service
ONEIDA, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The Oneida Baptist Church been a staple of downtown Oneida for over 180 years, and while it’s not going anywhere, the cracks are quickly beginning to show. “The building is structurally sound,” said Church Clerk Susan Grossmann. “It’s not going to collapse or fall down.” “The water absorbs into the bricks […]
‘It’s just insanity’: Homer parents react to new district schedule, wanting changes
HOMER, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — When the bell rings this fall at Homer schools, class will start later and end later than in years past. That’s not sitting well with single, working mom, Katylyn Anderson. Her two kids attend a district provided daycare through the YWCA Cortland. “They are having a huge concern right now on […]
Two people displaced in Syracuse apartment fire
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — On Friday, August 2, at 2:41 p.m., Syracuse firefighters were alerted by a 911 call of an apartment fire at 405 Pond Street in the City’s North Side. When firefighters arrived on scene, they found a three-story apartment building with large amounts of smoke and fire coming from the back of […]
Two people displaced in Syracuse apartment fire
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — On Friday, August 2, at 2:41 p.m., Syracuse firefighters were alerted by a 911 call of an apartment fire at 405 Pond Street in the City’s North Side. When firefighters arrived on scene, they found a three-story apartment building with large amounts of smoke and fire coming from the back of […]
Newsmakers: Oneida Indian Nation Representative Ray Halbritter
VERONA, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) – Oneida Indian Nation Representative and Turning Stone Enterprises CEO Ray Halbritter is this week’s guest on Newsmakers. In the rare interview, Halbritter talks about the evolution of Turning Stone Resort and Casino, announced on the occasion of last year’s 30th anniversary. Plans include more conference and event spaces, hotel rooms, and dining options. […]
Two people killed in Cayuga County crash
IRA, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) – Two people are dead after a car crash in Cayuga County. According to the Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office, the two-vehicle crash happened at 6:25, Thursday evening on Ira Hill Road, near the intersection of Farnam Road. In a news release, the sheriff’s office said a third person was transported from the […]
Putting an end to algae blooms; a permanent solution to end the summertime problem
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Doctor West Bishop has seen hundreds of harmful algae blooms like the ones we have seen in Central New York recently and knows how to solve the problem. “We like to characterize, understand the nutrients in that waterbody and implement permanent solutions,” he said. “Solutions that are ecologically benign and are […]
What is causing the increase in algae blooms across Central New York?
CAYUGA COUNTY, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Last Tuesday, July 23, the Owasco Yacht Club closed its swimming area for three days after algal blooms were found along the shore. “This is an inconvenience for our members who want to enjoy this time at the lake because it has been so hot,” said Al Bielecki, the commodore […]
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